Overview

To navigate today’s rapidly changing sustainability landscape, professionals require both strategic foresight and practical capabilities. The MSc in Sustainable Global Business (SGB) Programme at The Chinese University of Hong Kong delivers an interdisciplinary learning experience with direct industry engagement. Through this integrated approach, you will develop the strategic tools needed to transform complex sustainability challenges into strategic opportunities for long-term value creation in organisations and beyond.

Interdisciplinary Curriculum & Flexible Course Selection

You can tailor your degree to match your interests and career goals through a broad selection of elective courses across ESG management, finance, supply chain management, psychology, environmental policy and management, brand communication, and tech-related modules. Our flexible curriculum balances managerial strategy with technical courses, allowing you to customise your learning path. Through hands-on industry projects and industry insights, you will learn to effectively integrate sustainability goals into core business strategies.

Experiential Industry Learning with a Global Outlook

Our practical teaching and learning approach provides in-depth insights into the ESG and sustainability practices of leading industries. By examining sustainability across both Asian markets and international contexts, you will build the versatility and global perspective required to navigate the complex sustainability demands of the global economy.

Direct Industry Access

Guided by the SGB Programme Advisory Committee of seasoned professionals and experts in the field of sustainability and related areas such as ESG, our curriculum stays aligned with evolving industry needs. Beyond ensuring course relevance, the Committee connects students with mentorship, practical projects, industry networking, and career opportunities, bridging academic rigor with market execution.

Careers

The SGB Programme cultivates forward-thinking professionals to lead at the intersection of ESG, sustainability and business excellence. By pairing global strategy with practical industry insights, our graduates are equipped with a multi-domain strategic toolkit and an innovative mindset to drive sustainable value, lead corporate transformation and excel in a dynamic global market.

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Programme Structure

Core Courses

Climate Change and Corporate Environmental Management
ESG Research and Global Strategic Analysis
Strategic Management in Sustainability

Elective Courses

Biotechnology for Environment and Business Sustainability
Business Field Study
Climate Policy Analysis
Contemporary Topics in Business Sustainability
Corporate Sustainability and Brand Communications
Independent Study in Sustainability
Project in Sustainability
Psychology of Sustainable Development in Organisations
Selected Topics in Business Sustainability
Strategic Corporate Social Responsibility and Corporate Governance
Supply Chain Sustainability Management
Sustainability Accounting
Sustainability Entrepreneurship and Impact Venture Capital
Sustainability Field Trip
Sustainability Professional Practicum
Sustainable Business Transformation: Human-Environment Systems, Frameworks and Practices
Sustainable Finance

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00

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Full-time Mode: Apply by 31 March 2027
Part-time Mode: Apply by 30 April 2027

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Application will be processed on a rolling basis until all places fill up. Therefore, early applications are strongly encouraged. The application deadline may be closed early if places are no longer available. The subsequent applications received may not be considered.

Language

English

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Credits

30 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR)

Disciplines

Sustainable Development International Business View 7 other Masters in Sustainable Development in Hong Kong (SAR)

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A bachelor’s degree with Second Class honours or achieving an average grade of “B” from a recognised university, or an equivalent professional qualification.
GMAT / GRE scores are not mandatory, though a good GMAT / GRE score will strengthen the application.
Fulfilment of the University’s English language proficiency
(For part-time programme only) 3 years of post-qualification full-time work experience is preferred.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

380000 HKD / year

≈ 380000 HKD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

380000 HKD / year

≈ 380000 HKD / year

Additional Details

Part-time tuition fees: HK$260,000

Living costs

Hong Kong

Hong Kong (SAR)

13720 - 23419 HKD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Admission Scholarships

Students with outstanding entrance qualifications may be awarded scholarships covering up to the full tuition amount. All completed applications are automatically considered – no separate application is required.
International students demonstrating excellent academic performance and contributing to the diversity of the student body will be considered favourably.

Loans for Local Students

Eligible local students can apply for the Extended Non-means tested Loan Scheme (ENLS) offered by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China (HKSAR).

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